Lazio defender Stefan De Vrij, who is said to be a transfer target for Liverpool, is reportedly edging closer to signing a new deal with his current club.
The Dutchman's contract is set to expire at the end of the current season, prompting speculation about his future. According to Tuttosport (h/t Annie Eaves of Sport Witness) an extension is now in the works, although it's added that any deal would include a release clause of around €30 million (£27 million).
As previously relayed by Tom Coast of Sport Witness, according to Il Messaggero, the Reds considered a move for De Vrij in the summer before turning their attention to Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk, whom they were also unable to sign.